The genus Cinchona contains about forty species of trees. They grow 15-20 meters in height and produce white, pink, or yellow flowers. All cinchonas are indigenous to the eastern slopes of the Amazonian area of the Andes, where they grow from 1,500-3,000 meters in elevation on either side of the equator (from Colombia to Bolivia). They can also be found in the northern part of the Andes (on the eastern slopes of the central and western ranges). They are now widely cultivated in many tropical countries for their commercial value, although they are not indigenous to those areas.

Cinchona, or quinine bark, is one of the rainforest's most famous plants and most important discoveries. Legend has it that the name cinchona came from the countess of Chinchon, the wife of a Peruvian viceroy, who experienced support for a malarial type of fever by using the bark of the cinchona tree in 1638. It was supposedly introduced to European health in 1640 by the countess of Chinchon, even before botanists had identified and named the species of tree. Quinine bark was first advertised for sale in England in 1658, and was made official in the British Pharmacopoeia in 1677. Physicians gave credit to the drug and, because of its effectiveness with malaria, it was recognized officially even while the identity of the tree species remained unknown. Several years after the "Countess's powder" arrived in England, it arrived in Spain. There, quinine bark was used by the Jesuits very early in its history and due to the influence of the Company of Jesus, the newly named "Jesuit's powder" became known all over Europe. When the plant was finally botanically classified almost one hundred years later in 1737, botanists still named it after the countess for her contribution. Throughout the mid-1600s to mid-1800s quinine bark was the primary approach for malaria and it evidenced remarkable results. It was also used to help support fever, indigestion, mouth and throat health issues, and immunity issues.

Natural quinine bark is still employed in herbal health systems around the world today. In Brazilian herbal health quinine bark is considered a tonic, a digestive stimulant, and fever-reducer. It can be used to help support anemia, indigestion, gastrointestinal disorders, general fatigue, fevers, malaria and as an appetite stimulant. Other folk supportives in South America cite quinine bark as a natural immunity booster,amebic infections, heart problems, colds, diarrhea, dysentery, dyspepsia, fevers, flu, hangover, lumbago, malaria, neuralgia, pneumonia, sciatica, typhoid, and varicose veins. In European herbal health the bark is considered antiprotozoal, antispasmodic, antimalarial, a bitter tonic, and a fever-reducer. There it can be used as an appetite stimulant, for hair loss, alcoholism, liver, spleen, and gallbladder disorders; and to help support irregular heart beat, anemia, leg cramps, and fevers of all kinds. In the U.S., quinine bark can be used as a tonic and digestive aid; can be used to help support heart palpitations and normalize heart functions; to help stimulate digestion and appetite; for hemorrhoids, varicose veins, headaches, leg cramps, colds, flu, and indigestion; and for its astringent, bactericidal, and anesthetic actions in various other complaints.

Quinine bark should not be taken while pregnant as it may cause miscarriage, stillbirth or developmental abnormalities. If you are looking for an herbal product to help with a specific ailment, please write back and we will do our very best to suggest something that would be safe for your condition. Also, you should definitely discuss with your physician any products you are considering taking, whether herbal or pharmaceutical, before you begin taking them. He or she will have the most knowledge regarding your personal medical history and will be able to make the best decision regarding your optimal health.

Directions

Stir 1/4 of a teaspoon into a glass of water and consume 3 times daily, with meals.

this product is good quality. thicker texture to minimize mess. can be used to make a great tonic base. Will do buy this hard to find item again from this manufacturer.

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rita
-- June 27, 2013

Better Value

Next to impossible to get this in the states. Better value than the premade caps. Fill my own and getting about 300 caps O size from the bottle.

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Majesty
-- August 18, 2010

I recommended you!

Thank you so much, everything was perfect. I have actually been telling everyone about you guys. I order quinine from you because I run a gin bar in washington d.c. and make custom homemade tonic water. I also teach classes on how to make tonic water and you are the only retailer i recommend to my students. So, thank you for
everything!!

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Jamie
-- September 21, 2012

Fabulous stuff!

I've bought powdered cinchona from different places. This product is top quality cinchona. I have been successful using it for my tonics. I steep it longer than usual, so you may have better results if you steep it like I do. The taste is perfect. It will add the correct quantity of sourness to your tonic water. I keep ordering this from this site!

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Wilma
-- July 17, 2012

You can make tonic easily

I use quinine to make tonics. Put the powder in little muslin spice bags. Add it to water along with any spices, and allow it to simmer. Strain it before adding sugar, which makes it thicker and harder to strain. Then add sugar to taste (avoid agave).

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Dr.Ali
-- June 18, 2012

Cinchona Bark

I am pleased with the large quantity of quality product I received. I was able to make a terrific do-it-yourself restorative tonic. I'd endorse this.

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L. G.
-- March 31, 2011

excellent rich flavor

I made a tonic recipe with this. Very little product is needed.

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debbie
-- August 5, 2012

quick shipment. looks excellent.

I bought terravita quinine to make my own tonic syrup.

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wagner
-- December 2, 2011

quinine is a ten

Good, fine powder.

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John
-- October 20, 2009

I ordered the quinine bark powder. I received my product as ordered and I have been making my tonic drinks for my legs cramp no problem. there was no problems.

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Deborah
-- June 21, 2009

A Must for Vesper Cocktail

I used it as an ingredient for the classic James Bond martini. Adds a distinct astringency that would otherwise be difficult to attain.

See: http://www.esquire.com/features/ESQ1106DRINKS_84 for the recipe.

I recommend you start out with less quinine than the recipe calls for. Zooscape's product is very fresh, with an
intense bitterness; a little goes a long way.

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MARY
-- April 5, 2011

Has work really well for my homemade tonic.

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Joanne
-- April 20, 2012

tonic syrup

I used this in the `Imbibe` tonic syrup recipe. The syrup was well received by the gin and tonic drinkers.

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Christopher
-- June 14, 2012

Quinine Bark

Great product. Great price. Arrived on time. I would buy
again. Thanks!

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Devra
-- October 1, 2012

I use the powdered bark to make tonic water. I am a resort Bartender and have tried other sources for powdered bark. I find Zooscape's product to be consistent and superior.

I would give a five star rating on Zooscape's quinine bark, but, I haven't met a five star bark yet...

I know 5 star!

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Rick kaiser
-- September 5, 2012

A Bit Confusing

Don't know why I could not confirm receipt of my order but I had to call the company before I felt comfortable the item would be delivered.

But it arrived and I was very satisfied with the product!

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Dale
-- December 28, 2012

quinine bark powder

This worked well. I don't use this often; indeed, I had the bottle for almost a year before I needed it. Bought to replace a prescription for quinine for leg cramps, it worked as well. Having it on hand removed the stress of worrying about having an exceptionally disabling leg cramp and it worked when I needed it.

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SToye
(Profession: Over 60 and educated)
-- July 3, 2015

Also Recommended: Also recommend coconut water which works much of the time.

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Products are intended to support general well being and are not intended to treat, diagnose, mitigate, prevent, or cure any condition or disease. If conditions persist, please seek advice from your medical doctor.Information provided at ZooScape.com relies partly on Traditional Uses. The essence of the current American rule on Traditional Uses is, as stated by FTC, "Claims based on historical or traditional use should be substantiated by confirming scientific evidence, or should be presented in such a way that consumers understand that the sole basis for the claim is a history of use of the product for a particular purpose."